Cutting against the grain of conventional wisdom, New York Times bestseller, George Weigel, offers a compelling look at the ways in which Catholic social teaching sheds light on the challenges of pea
Written by a prominent and active scientist, this book, based on personal experience and biblical theology, does not try to derive God's existence from science. It is critical of scientific infere
Scientists observe, explore the universe through widening knowledge. Believers, awed by its splendor, enter into relationship, becoming participants in this cosmos. Both approaches are appropriate. A
Christian Values and Virtues presents the influential and most often quoted words of Paul VI. Karl A. Schultz adds a perceptive biography of the pope and a word about his influence. Each topic includ
A biblical and theological study of great relevance The meeting between the Divine and humans is experienced in greatest measure in the liturgy of the Eucharist mediated through the role of the priest
From the World Spirituality series, this is a broad-ranging, illustrated, scholarly treatment of core topics in Christian spirituality in the period after the Reformation.
Understanding the new coordinates of cyberspace, community and faith. Who am I online? Are cyber-friendships real? The internet has become an existentially new reality of our lives. It stirs qu
Not a faint memory, but happening right here and now, spiritual living takes place in the present; the Spirit meets us in the ordinary. These inspirational reflections by Henri Nouwen succeed in conv
A step-by-step exercise book integrating the Christian tradition of contemplation and the Eastern wisdom of meditation.Each chapter offers an awareness exercise, a mental focus, and an imagining exer
An experienced trainer demonstrates that the most important element of?success is not?putting in longer hours?or expending more energy?it is keeping everything in balance. He outlines five key life co
Templeton Award winner and theoretical physicist John Polkinghorne explores the gap between science and religion. "Do we have to choose between the scientific and religious views of the world, or are
With searing honesty Henri J. M.Nouwen describes the events leading up to his near fatal accident and recalls the transformative experience at the portal of death. Beyond the Mirror helps us co
This is an insightful examination of the personalities, place, and power of women in the New Testament. Thurston gives the cultural and religious context of women in the Greco-Roman world and seeks t
Richard Rohr, internationally known retreat leader, speaker and writer, plumbs the depths of the Job's story and its relevance for us today. Rohr strips Christian faith down to the essentials, beyond
This book rethinks the soteriological premises of the Christian discourse on interreligious dialogue and makes an effort to overcome the conventional typology ‘exclusivism-inclusivism-pluralism.
This book rethinks the soteriological premises of the Christian discourse on interreligious dialogue and makes an effort to overcome the conventional typology ‘exclusivism-inclusivism-pluralism.’ From
Catholic Press Award Winner. The Crossroad Publishing Company presents the first volume of The Church in the 21st Century series sponsored by Boston College. This volume includes original contribution
In the recent past, "missionary work" often meant bringing our familiar Gospel to faraway places and other peoples. In secular America today, however, even our own children know little about the Gosp
Henri Nouwen became one of the most inspiring spiritual guides of the 20th century. Culled from a life of intense seeking, these profound meditations on living, waiting, power, peace, and dying offer
St. John of the Cross is one of the greatest mystics of the West. He lived in the 16th century in Spain, was monk, reformer, and best known for Dark Night of the Soul and his deep friendship with St.
John Polkinghorne dares to ask the questions that would seem to be too dangerous to ask—and he comes up with some answers which are deeply satisfying to both mind and heart.
This popular bestseller has been greatly revised and expanded to include new insights on conscience, infallibility, and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
From Karachi to Islamabad, Dr. Pfau fights to heal leprosy, criss-crosses wild mountain ranges, operates in 100 degrees, and risks friendship where the world drops bombs.
Revered and Reviled explores the ways that Vatican Council I influenced the important issues of papal primacy and the infallible teaching magisterium of the Pope. The book clarifies and corrects many
This comprehensive study situates Jesus’ resurrection at the center of theological reflection and explores its implications for Christian imagination, discourse, and practice. Drawing upon broad array
More a diary than a manual on handling grief, D’Arcy’s collection of letters written before and after the loss of her daughter reflects upon her search for strength and hope through years of anguish.
The cornerstones of Ignatius of Loyola’s spiritual practice—meditation and contemplation—are clearly explained in this simple guide to the Ignatian method with examples from the experience of practiti
Designed for personal and group reflection, this book includes profound observations about our call as Christians as well as practical suggestions for living out the mission of a compassionate faith.
As caring adults we give and receive informal mentoring every day. Sharing Wisdom offers us the opportunity to make the most of these natural encounters. This book offers forty brief lessons to make
A rich and accessible treatment of what the Mosaic Law means for Christians today: to what extent do Christians remain bound by the Law and to what extent have they been freed from its strictures?
The latest installment of the Bad Catholic’s Guides examines the greatest threats to the virtuous life—the seven deadly sins. Theological and historical insights, tongue-in-cheek vignettes of history'
We hear much talk today about post-truth. Journalists and intellectuals describe it as a shocking new phenomenon caused by recent electoral campaigns. They point to contemporary political statements a
We hear much talk today about post-truth. Journalists and intellectuals describe it as a shocking new phenomenon caused by recent electoral campaigns. They point to contemporary political statements a
One of the most common arguments against the ordination of women deacons is that it represents a break with the orthodox tradition. In this engagingly written new book, John Wijngaards, in a careful e
Presented by Mercy Center, a leading spiritual direction program in the United States, this handbook addresses questions asked by every spiritual direction trainer about how to present key topics. It
A must-read to understand Pope Benedict XVI’s view of the relationship between Christianity and the world. Secular thought has failed to answer the great questions of human existence. Pope Bene
This book offers a series of 31 short and memorable reflections on Christian leadership by one of the premier churchman in the country. The author draws from his remarkable experience in government,
